He was preceded in death by his parents, and one brother, Dale Ballew.

The funeral service for Mr. Ballew will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2013, at Thielen Funeral Home with Bishop Jonathan Snow officiating. Burial will be in Hale Cemetery in Hale, Mo., at 3 p.m., Tuesday. Visitation will be from 8 a.m. until 8 p.m. with the family to receive friends from 6:30 until 8 p.m. Monday, Jan. 7, 2013, at Thielen Funeral Home.

A memorial has been established for Great River Hospice. A photo tribute can be viewed and condolences can be sent to the family by visiting Don's obituary at www.thielenfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements are under the direction of Thielen Funeral Home, Burlington, Iowa.